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DES 1840 - Preventive Dentistry


Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program and completion of the program’s semester one and two core courses, with a C or better.
Corequisite(s): None
This course is designed to teach the students how to educate and motivate patients in controlling their dental plaque, thus preventing dental diseases. A study of the periodontal tissues, tooth deposits and stains, caries etiology host, agent, and environmental factors are emphasized, and prevention methods are learned. Floss, brushing methods, and use of dental adjuncts are emphasized. Use of preventive agents such as fluorides are examined.
Semester Hours: 2 credit hours
Semester Offered: Spring
Fees: None
Course Designations: AS only


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